What Is The Best Way To Enlarge The Holes In My Cars Frame To Fit Bolts Thru?

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Can I use a step bit to enlarge the holes so the hardware will fit through? I dont see a problem, but I wanted to make sure.

asked by: Steve W

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Yes you absolutely can use a step bit to enlarge the holes. There is definitely more than one way to do it. We always say to use a drill, file or rotary tool. A drill bit being the preferred method of our installers. I see that you were searching for parts for a 2018 Jeep Compass. If So I recommend our etrailer class 3 hitch # e48AR. Installation of this hitch likely will require access holes to be enlarged.

expert reply by: Jesse M

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Answer 1

The Trailer Hitch Receiver #e48AR does not have a tech note stating that it will so you shouldn't have any interference. That being said the hitches that do interfere with the hands free liftgate sensors really only block just the portion of…

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Towing a trailer with brakes will require adding a hitch, 7-way wiring, and a brake controller to your 2024 Jeep Compass. I recommend the following: -etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e48AR -Curt Powered Tail Light Converter with 4-Pole Flat Trailer…

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The Curt #C13363 and etrailer #e48AR are both Class III hitches with a bolt-on installation. They also have the same max gross trailer weight of 4,000 lbs and max tongue weight of 600 lbs. The design for the two hitches is actually identical. The…

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Not all vehicles can handle the additional amperage draw of the trailer taillights on the vehicle taillight circuits. Those vehicles need setup that draws power from the battery. Some vehicles have higher rated circuits that can handle this, and…

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For the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class II - 1-1/4" #C12172, there really isn't a solution other than to use a torque wrench. Without torqing the necessary bolts to the manufacturer specs, you void the warranty and can have…

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The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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If your current springs have 5 leaves then going to a 7 leaf spring will increase the height of the trailer a little and make the trailer more susceptible to sway. Regarding capacity if you go with springs rated higher than what is required it will…

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If your old axles have a 5 bolt brake flange the assemblies like Dexter Electric Trailer Brake Assembly - 12" - Left Hand - 6,000 lbs part #23-105 or Dexter Electric Trailer Brake Assembly - 12" - Right Hand - 6,000 lbs part #23-106 will…

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Answer 10

I agree it is the right time to upgrade to a Lithium charger/converter as not all are Lithium compatible. I recommend using the Progressive Dynamics Mighty Mini AC/DC Panel and Converter/Smart Charger - 60 Amp #PD4060K which is a replacement for your…

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While we may have an option for you, we do not have the exact specs on your Allis grease seal part number 5013 29772. However, with the 1.6" ID and 2.5" OD measurements you provides, that is very close to our #58846. This particular grease…

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I've never heard of an actual third brake light connector on a camper shell to plug in on a truck and we don't carry any parts to do that. The light generally needs to be hardwired into the truck's brake light circuit. The issue with this…

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